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How to Write 蹇 (jiǎn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

lame

jiǎnTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.

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STROKE BY STROKE

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Follow all 17 strokes in the correct order.

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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet

jiǎn

蹇

lame

Common words

jiǎn

蹇

lame

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.

蹇

COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 蹇

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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.

Traditional etymology note: 足 (foot) suggests the meaning, while 宀 suggests the pronunciation.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 蹇

Say “jiǎn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 17 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 蹇

Common words and phrases

蹇

jiǎn

lame

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“蹇”。

Zhège zì shì “jiǎn”.

This character is “蹇”.

我正在学习“蹇”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “jiǎn” zì.

I am learning the character “蹇”.

请写一遍“蹇”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “jiǎn”.

Please write “蹇” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 蹇?

蹇 is written with 17 strokes.

What does 蹇 (jiǎn) mean?

蹇 (jiǎn) means lame.

What is the radical of 蹇?

The radical of 蹇 is 足, associated with Not yet classified.